The human hand is perhaps the perfect symbol of humanity itself. They are the ultimate multi-tasker, capable of finesse and construction, virtuosity as well as mundane tasks. But they can also dole out a lot of damage, unlike many other primate hands.

Gov. Gary Herbert praised the resilience of Utahns, from the pioneers who settled the state to a couple who lost their home in last summer's wildfires, after he was sworn in for his first full term as governor Monday.